Manufacturing Engineer - Producibility Improvement

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

In support of our customer’s drive for continual Process Improvement, by evaluating and eliminating manufacturing non‑conformances and related issues such as customer complaints, producibility limitations, and production delays, through the formal identification of root causes as well as the implementation of robust preventative and effective corrective actions.

Principle Roles & Responsibilities

• Conducting 'Data Mining' and analyzing Non‑Conformance issues
• Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities within the plant to eliminate recurrence of non‑conformance (e.g. DMAIC, 8D, 5‑Why)
• Leading and performing Process Capability Studies and Measurement system analysis
• Conducting PFMEA and implementing the necessary Control Plans
• Support Cost Engineering with Cost Analysis‑ Material and Production Cost
• Participate in cross‑functional Corrective Action Board meetings and provide support to the customer’s Design, Manufacturing & Purchasing Functions & Engine Project Teams
• The creation of How To's, Work Instructions, SOP’s, Technical instruction and other inspection planning documents
• Monitoring and controlling the implementation of improvement actions and reporting effectiveness, in terms of Quality Cost and Delivery

Work Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of different manufacturing processes (primarily metals)
• Fully conversant reading Engineering & Manufacturing Drawings
• Expert in interpreting the GD&T standards ASME Y 14.5, JES 161
• Knowledge in Measurements system analysis (MSA)
• Hands on experience in using all types of Measuring & Testing equipment, both contact - non-contact, analog & digital
• Expert in Root Cause Analysis, implementation and other problem‑solving techniques / tools
• Knowledge of NDT and special process techniques
• Working knowledge of Non‑Conformance management, containment procedures and traceability techniques
• Awareness of aerospace/auto quality requirements (AS9100, OSHAS, TS 16949, various ISO)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving Ability
• Logical Thinking
• Good Communication in English (oral & written)
• Team Player
• Self‑Motivated & a Self‑Starter

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate in a Mechanical / Manufacturing Degree or equivalent work experience
• Should have background on Quality Management Systems
• Green Belt+ certification in any Quality initiative would be added advantage
• Minimum 8+ years relatable Manufacturing Engineering experience

IT SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE SKILLS

• MS Office tools: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project.
• CAD Software: NX or equivalent
• Analysis tools:
  Minitab
  14 and above
• Product Lifecycle Management:
  Teamcenter / Solumina / Windchill

ADDITIONAL NON‑MANDATORY SKILLS

• Good understanding of Aerospace Manufacturing Environment

DESIRED PROFILE

• Willing to travel to the Customer (Middletown, CT) - 50% and/or Customer’s Suppliers (Domestic/Global) - 50% Dom/Int travel
• Proactive approach to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑Motivated